NBCUniversal Media, LLC

Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs

NBCUniversal Media, LLC$140K — $170K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
  • Admitted to the New York State Bar or eligible to register as in-house counsel in NY
  • 4+ years of experience in law firm or comparable in-house role
  • Experience in M&A, technology, data security, or intellectual property is advantageous
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines efficiently

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal support for a range of agreements primarily for Sourcing and Operations & Technology groups
  • Draft, review, negotiate, and support corporate transaction agreements, including M&A activities
  • Advise clients on contractual rights, duties, and pre-litigation dispute resolution
  • Coordinate with Privacy, Information Security, and Compliance teams to ensure legal adherence for personal data and confidential information

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Variety of discounts and perks
Full Job Description
Role Purpose:

The Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs will provide legal support across a broad range of software and technology licensing, professional services, confidentiality, and related commercial transactions for NBCUniversal, with a focus on corporate operations, information technology, human resources, and other enterprise functions. This role will serve as a practical and solutions-oriented legal partner to internal stakeholders, advising on contract terms, risk allocation, and related legal issues while helping to advance business objectives. The position may also support business unit attorneys on related transactions and assist with efforts to make the delivery of legal services more efficient and effective. This role will report to the division's Senior Vice President.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide legal support for a portfolio of agreements and internal stakeholders, primarily for NBCUniversal's Sourcing and Operations & Technology groups
  • Draft, review, negotiate, and support a variety of corporate transaction agreements for NBCUniversal and its various business units, including M&A and related activities
  • Advise clients regarding contractual rights and duties, matters of contract interpretation, and pre-litigation dispute resolution
  • Coordinate with Privacy, Information Security, and Compliance teams to ensure personal data and confidential information is collected, used, and secured in accordance with company requirements and evolving law


Qualifications

Basic Requirements:
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
  • Must be admitted to the New York State Bar or eligible to register as in-house counsel in New York
  • 4+ years of experience at law firm or comparable in-house position

Desired Characteristics:
  • Prior experience regarding M&A, technology, data security, or intellectual property issues is a plus
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to juggle and prioritize a high volume of deals and deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a collaborative environment, as a good-natured and enthusiastic team player
  • Eagerness and proven ability to adapt and develop new expertise as business needs and technologies evolve
  • Capable, comfortable with, and committed to providing timely and practical guidance to business team members at all levels

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the New York, NY office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

About NBCUniversal Media, LLC

NBCUniversal Media, LLC is a media and entertainment company that operates a variety of businesses, including television networks, film studios, and theme parks. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in New York, New York. NBCUniversal's television networks include NBC, Telemundo, and USA Network, among others. The company's film studios produce and distribute movies under the Universal Pictures brand. NBCUniversal also operates theme parks in the United States and Japan. The company is committed to producing high-quality content and delivering it to audiences around the world.
Learn more about NBCUniversal Media, LLC
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35,000 employees
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Founded
1994

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